Cadillac 2013 Caddilac CTS Owner's Manual

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Black plate (14,1)Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/1210-14 Vehicle CareAutomatic TransmissionFluidHow to Check AutomaticTransmission FluidIt is not necessary to check thetransmission fluid level.A transmission fluid leak is the onlyreason for fluid loss. If a leakoccurs, take the vehicle to thedealer and have it repaired as soonas possible.The vehicle is not equipped with atransmission fluid level dipstick.There is a special procedure forchecking and changing thetransmission fluid. Because thisprocedure is difficult, it should bedone at the dealer. Contact yourdealer for additional information orrefer to the procedure in the servicemanual. To purchase a servicemanual, see Service PublicationsOrdering Information on page 13‑16.Change the fluid and filter at theintervals listed in MaintenanceSchedule on page 11‑3, and be sureto use the fluid listed inRecommended Fluids andLubricants on page 11‑13.Manual TransmissionFluidIt is not necessary to check themanual transmission fluid level.A transmission fluid leak is the onlyreason for fluid loss. If a leakoccurs, take the vehicle to a dealerfor service. Have it repaired as soonas possible. You may also have thefluid level checked by your dealerwhen the oil is changed. SeeRecommended Fluids andLubricants on page 11‑13 for theproper fluid to use.Hydraulic ClutchIt is not necessary to regularlycheck clutch fluid unless yoususpect there is a leak in thesystem. Adding fluid will not correcta leak. A fluid loss in this systemcould indicate a problem. Have thesystem inspected and repaired.When to Check and Whatto UseThe hydraulic clutch fluid reservoircap has this symbol on it. SeeEngine Compartment Overview onpage 10‑6 for reservoir location.Refer to the Maintenance Schedulefor the proper fluid to use. SeeRecommended Fluids andLubricants on page 11‑13. The fluidrequires changing every two years.See Maintenance Schedule onpage 11‑3.How to Check and Add FluidVisually check the clutch fluidreservoir to make sure the fluid levelis at the MIN (minimum) line on the